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Tony Robbins: Values and Why They Matter

What does Tony Robbins say about values? How can understanding your values change your mindset for the better? According to Tony Robbins, values can dictate every evaluation and decision you make. When you’re clear on your values, they act as your compass, guiding you unequivocally toward any action that upholds them. As argued by Tony Robbins, values that are understood fully can lead to happiness, empowerment, and fulfillment. Find out more about Tony Robbins’ value theory below.

How to Create an Impactful Personal Online Presence

What does your online presence say about you? Do you put a lot of thought into what you post online? What kind of image do you want to project? Building an impactful personal online presence requires a lot of forethought. You need to think about what image you would like to project, what kind of audiences you want to attract, and what you want to accomplish. In this article, you’ll learn four steps to cultivate a good personal online presence that aligns with your goals.

How Do We Reclaim Civility in Politics?

When was the last time you experienced civility in politics? How can it be achieved? When we find ourselves at odds with someone politically, it is likely that we have different moral matrices. To find common ground—or at least achieve respectful interaction—we would do well to identify which of the six moral foundations are at the heart of the issue. This can help us practice empathy, which in turn can help us achieve civility in politics. Read more to learn the key to finding civility in politics these days.

The Hive Mentality in Politics: A Force for Good or Bad?

How does the hive mentality manifest in politics? Is it beneficial or detrimental? A hive mentality is one of group interest rather than self-interest. Just as bees work together for the benefit of the hive, we can do the same when we flip the hive switch and move from self-interest to group interest. Jonathan Haidt, in his book The Righteous Mind, discusses what this looks like in the context of politics. Read more to learn about the hive mentality in politics, including its pros and cons.

The Impact of India’s Economic Collapse on Annawadi

How did India’s economic collapse in 2008 affect the residents of Annawadi, according to the book Behind the Beautiful Forevers? What did the residents do to survive? India’s economic collapse heavily affected sectors like construction and hospitality which resulted in fewer jobs for Annawadi’s residents. Hungry residents started eating rats and frogs, while some like Sunil survived by stealing. Read on to learn more about the devastating impact of India’s economic collapse on Annawadi’s residents.

Success Consciousness: Hurdles and Examples

How to Develop Your Success Consciousness

What is success consciousness? What hurdles stand in your way to becoming success conscious? A success consciousness is an unshakable belief in your ability to attain the results you seek in any endeavor. You become success conscious by taking control of your mind and using positive thoughts to remove all doubts about your success. Read more to fully understand how to develop a success consciousness.

Fake It to Make It: How to Follow Your Goals Journey

Can you really fake it to make it? How does acting as though you’ve already achieved your dream help you push through towards it? The expression “fake it till you make it” might sound cliche, but it’s a powerful way to expedite the journey towards your goals. When you act as though you’ve already achieved your dream, you’ll become better at discerning the opportunities that can help you get there. Here’s how you can start acting as though you’ve already achieved your goals using the “fake it to make it” method

The Importance of Identity: Define Yourself Right

What is an identity? What is the importance of identity? How does the way you define yourself influence your behavior? The identity you choose for yourself dictates your thoughts, decisions, and behavior. Understanding the importance of identity can help you let go of negative beliefs about yourself and to make positive changes in your life. Find out more about the importance of identity below.

Build Therapeutic Rapport With These Helpful Tips

How can you successfully build therapeutic rapport? Why is strong therapeutic rapport key for the progress of a patient? Therapeutic rapport is essential for a successful therapy session. It refers to the relationship of mutual trust between therapist and patient. If rapport is not formed during therapy, patients won’t feel comfortable engaging with CBT exercises and will likely not progress. Keep reading to find out more about therapeutic rapport and how to build it.

How to Ask for What You Want: Ask and Receive

Does fear of rejection prevent you from getting what you want? How do you ask for what you want in an unobtrusive yet bold and assertive way? Sometimes, all it takes to get what you want is asking for it. But it’s easy to hold yourself back—maybe you’re afraid of rejection, so you decide it’s better not to ask than to face a “no.” Here are some tips on how to ask for what you want to increase your chances of actually getting it.